Deliciously Simple Homemade Doughnuts

Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible homemade doughnuts. This super easy recipe will guide you through making the fluffiest, most flavor-packed doughnuts you've ever tasted. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can enjoy these delightful treats in no time. Whether you want a classic glazed doughnut or a chocolate-filled one, this recipe is your go-to for a delicious and rewarding kitchen adventure. Treat yourself and your loved ones to the joys of homemade doughnuts with this foolproof recipe.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Oil for frying
• Optional toppings: glaze, powdered sugar, chocolate ganache, sprinkles

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
5. Heat oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
6. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.
7. Roll the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness.
8. Using a doughnut cutter or a round cookie cutter, cut out doughnut shapes and transfer them to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Gather the dough scraps, re-roll, and cut out more doughnuts until all the dough is used.
10. Carefully place the doughnuts into the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
11. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the doughnuts from the oil, allowing any excess oil to drip off.
12. Transfer the fried doughnuts to a wire rack to cool.
13. Once cooled, you can dip the doughnuts in glaze, coat them in powdered sugar, drizzle with chocolate ganache, or sprinkle with colorful sprinkles.
14. Enjoy the freshly made doughnuts with a warm cup of coffee or a glass of cold milk.

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